Byron Rooney is a capital markets partner at Davis Polk. His practice focuses on advising U.S. and foreign companies on capital-raising transactions, as well as general corporate matters, public company disclosure and governance matters. Byron represents both corporate and financial institution clients across a broad range of transactions, including IPOs, direct listings, SPAC mergers, private placements and other equity offerings, and investment-grade, high-yield and convertible debt offerings. He is ranked by Chambers for his work in capital markets and fintech.

Byron is described by clients as “an absolutely incredible, fantastic lawyer,” possessing “strong relationship skills and excellent abilities in problem solving.” Another source says, “He understands how his legal recommendations impact the rest of the process, and that is super helpful.” Byron has experience across a variety of sectors, including fintech, tech, e-commerce, consumer retail, financials and energy.